Parents not supporting my idea in getting tested for ADD?

Question

In first grade my teacher constantly caught me daydreaming and eventually moved me away from the class window. I have always been very random, but daydreaming takes up so much of my time and I dont mean it to. I get caught up in little details or futuristic dreams for hours, or just staring at a test review that I cant manage to actually study for more than 20 min. I have brought up that I think I should be tested for ADD cause I feel through research that I fit all the criteria, yet my mom thinks of it as a handicap. I just finished my first semester and did poor in grades because I feel I can never focus. How do I convince my mom or do I do it on my own? I know that I need help and I believe ADD medication will fix my problem. Where do I go to get tested? thank you so so so much!

Answer 1

I would certainly get help right away. you should talk to your mother, and really show her that you match the criteria. show her that it is important for you to be checked by showing her the research you have done. it will show her that you would really like to be checked for ADD.
If i were you, i would consult my doctor for places to get it checked. your local doctor's office will surely have the information to guide you.

i hope this helps!!!!

Answer 2

You might try talking to your guidance counselor at school. Schools usually have people come in to test for this sort of thing, or they have places to which they can refer students. Also, (s)he can talk to your mother about your concerns, which might serve to be more effective than your attempts.

Good Luck!